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Trial Attorney (MGC & FCPA Units)
Offices, Boards and Divisions · Posted 3 days ago
About the Role
The Fraud Section is composed of three litigating units that investigate and prosecute complex white-collar criminal cases across the country and leads the Department's corporate enforcement efforts. The Fraud Section is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for Trial Attorney positions in the Market, Government, and Consumer Fraud Unit (MGC) and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Unit.
What You'll Do
- →This opportunity is for a 24 month renewable term position.
- →The incumbent will serve as a Trial Attorney in either the MGC Unit or the FCPA Unit and, as such, will independently direct, conduct, and monitor investigations, prepare for and conduct trials, and advise on court filings.
- →Generally, as a Trial Attorney in the MGC Unit or FCPA Unit, the incumbent: In collaboration with unit managers, carries out and fosters effective investigations and prosecutions, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities, policy, and legislative recommendations.
- →Recommends charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases.
- →Partners with Assistant U.S.
- →Attorneys and attorneys in other federal law enforcement agencies in the development, management, and trial of complex, white-collar and corporate investigations and prosecutions.
- →Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, using the grand jury, using federal investigative tools and handling electronic evidence, advising federal law enforcement agents, preparing appropriate pleadings, appearing for hearings at all phases of criminal proceedings, and litigating motions and trials before U.S.
- →District Courts across the country.
- →Evaluates reports of potential violations of financial fraud laws, the FCPA, and FEPA from both internal and outside sources to determine whether investigation is warranted.
- →Advises and instructs Assistant U.S.
- →Attorneys on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy with respect to financial fraud laws, the FCPA, or FEPA.
- →Represents the United States in direct negotiations and discussions with corporate counsel and high-level officials.
- →Participates in discussions with opposing counsel for defendants and in the formulation of settlements often having far-reaching legal consequences.
- →Advises and consults with the Assistant Attorney General, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Section Chief, et al., reporting on the status of all cases and matters related to criminal remedies.
Requirements
- ✓A J.D., or equivalent, degree.
- ✓Applicants who possess an equivalent degree rather than a J.D. may be subject to additional review by the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management.
Personality Fit
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Job ID: a1368ec6-9dfc-410e-b4dc-a4e69adc6fe6
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